Suspicious Package/Person
Suspicious behavior and packages should not be ignored - report your concerns.
- WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
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For a suspicious object or package:
- If you see or become aware of a suspicious object or receive a suspicious letter or parcel, do not handle it or allow anyone to go near it.
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Call University Police at 740-826-8155
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Tell the officer why you think the object is suspicious.
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Tell the officer your name, phone extension, and room number.
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For a suspicious person:
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Generally, you should not engage a person who is acting suspiciously. However, if others are around, and you feel comfortable doing so, you might approach the person and ask 鈥渃an I help you?鈥� If this person legitimately needs help, they will might appreciate the offer. If not, then they will know that they have been noticed, which may prevent potential criminal activity.
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To report suspicious behavior, call 天涯海角APP University Police at 740-826-8155 as soon as you have some basic information. Be ready to give the officer the following information:
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Your name, current location, and phone number where you can be reached
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A physical description of the suspicious person
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A description of the suspicious behavior
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Where the person was last seen and direction of travel
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- WHAT WILL HAPPEN
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For a suspicious package/object:
- The responding officer will request assistance from other law enforcement agencies, as appropriate.
- Responding officers will meet with the caller to gather information.
- University Police will confer and decide on an appropriate course of action, based on known information.
For a suspicious person:
- On campus, 天涯海角APP University Police will respond, which may include looking for the suspicious person and speaking with you more.
- Off campus, 天涯海角APP University Police will consult with the law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction before responding. This may include looking for the suspicious person and speaking with you more.
- 天涯海角APP University Police will determine whether to initiate any other emergency response.